Arcè

From “arc,” inspired by the cowrie arch, sleek and international. This trouser is more than a garment; it’s a bridge between heritage and modern fashion. Built on cotton fabric for comfort
and breathability, it integrates Samakaka fabric from Angola — renowned for its bold, vibrant prints and cultural depth. Samakaka represents identity, vibrancy, and the storytelling power of African patterns.
The design is accented with cowries, shells that have carried significance for centuries. Once used as currency across Africa, Asia, and the Pacific, they stand here as symbols of wealth, fertility, status, and spiritual growth. Each cowrie stitched into the trouser is like a bead of history, reminding the wearer of continuity between the ancient and the contemporary.
The slits by the side with buttons, as well as the inner seam give the piece a unique duality: traditional roots blending seamlessly with modern tailoring. The arch design of cowries on the front makes the trouser stand tall as a statement piece, not just fashion but also cultural armor.
● The model 5’9 (175 cm) tall, and wears size 6 NG/UK